It’s hard to believe that October is already here and that Q4, our final quarter of 2024, is upon us. We’ve seen some incredible releases this year, and… some that could’ve used more time in the game design oven, but one thing is for sure, there are still plenty of releases set to impress, so buckle up, you’re not out of the game release chaos yet… and let’s be honest, you probably never will be.
As usual, our article is sorted by genre, so pick your favorites and enjoy your browsing. Don't forget to check out the game updates at the bottom to see which of your favorite games is coming to your preferred platforms... finally! Or, get the latest news on DLCs and 1.0 releases.
↓ Pick a genre below and enjoy ↓
Action & Adventure
Throne and Liberty
Release Date: October 1st
Genre: Action, Adventure, MMORPG
Consoles Available: PC, Xbox S/X, PS5
Developer: NCSOFT
Publisher: Amazon Games
Game Description: Welcome to THRONE AND LIBERTY, a free-to-play, multi-platform MMORPG. With an always changing environment, Massive Scale PvPvE, and the ability to transform into creatures to battle across land, sea, and air.
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero
Release Date: October 10th
Genre: Action, Adventure
Consoles Available: PC, Xbox S/X, PS5
Developer: Spike Chunsoft Co., Ltd.
Publisher: Bandai Namco Entertainment
Game Description: DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO takes the legendary gameplay of the Budokai Tenkaichi series and raises it to whole new levels. Make yours the destructive power of the strongest fighters ever to appear in DRAGON BALL!
Guild Saga: Vanished Worlds
Release Date: October 10th
Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG
Consoles Available: PC
Developer: Ocelot
Publisher: Ocelot
Game Description: On your maiden voyage with the Heroes Guild, your ship was capsized by an enigmatic maelstrom, stranding your party on Respite Island. Navigate your way through pirates, ferocious beasts, and shady alchemists as you unravel its mysteries.
Sky Oceans: Wings for Hire
Release Date: October 10th
Genre: Action, Adventure, JRPG
Consoles Available: PC, Switch, Xbox S/X, PS5
Developer: Octeto Studios
Publisher: PQube
Game Description: Sky Oceans: Wings For Hire is a homage to JRPG classics! Set in the open skies, experience adrenaline-filled turn-based dogfights as you take the role of captain and unite a party of rag-tag sky pirates setting upon an unforgettable, touching journey.
Metaphor: ReFantazio
Release Date: October 11th
Genre: Action, Adventure, JRPG
Consoles Available: PC, Xbox S/X, PS4/5
Developer: ATLUS
Publisher: SEGA
Game Description: The throne sits empty after the king’s assassination. With no heirs, the will of the late king decrees that the next monarch will be elected by the people, & thus begins your fight for the throne..
Drova - Forsaken Kin
Release Date: October 15th
Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG
Consoles Available: PC, Switch, PS4/5, Xbox One/S/X
Developer: Just2D
Publisher: Deck13
Game Description: Drova is an Action-RPG that marries the dark grim tones of its genre with the mysticism of Celtic mythology. Encounter a society where ancient restless spirits and divided factions battle for dominance. Uncover forgotten abilities and unravel the secrets of a past shrouded in mystery.
Unknown 9: Awakening
Release Date: October 17th
Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG
Consoles Available: PC, Xbox One/S/X, PS4/5
Developer: Reflector Entertainment
Publisher: Bandai Namco
Game Description: You are Haroona, a Quaestor born with the ability to venture into a mysterious dimension: the Fold. On her quest for powerful hidden knowledge, she must learn to master the powers of the Fold to fight a secret society with a hostile agenda.
Streets of Rogue 2
Release Date: October 22nd
Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG
Consoles Available: PC
Developer: Matt Dabrowski
Publisher: tinyBuild
Game Description: Streets of Rogue 2 is a crazy, immersive RPG sandbox set in a vast randomly generated open world where freedom and fun are dialed up to 11. Fight, sneak, hack, farm, build, steal, or talk your way to power as you try to topple a corrupt president in countless possible ways – solo or with friends.
Botworld Odyssey
Release Date: October 24th
Genre: Adventure, RPG
Consoles Available: PC, Switch
Developer: Featherweight Games
Publisher: Featherweight Games
Game Description: Venture out into a huge and diverse open world to discover new bots, collect rare scrap to build them, and deploy them in tactical real-time battles on your quest to become the world’s greatest Botmaster.
Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6
Release Date: October 25th
Genre: Action, RPG, Shooter
Consoles Available: PC, Xbox One/S/X, PS4/5
Developer: Treyarch, Raven Software
Publisher: Activision
Game Description: Call of Duty®: Black Ops 6 is signature Black Ops across a cinematic single-player Campaign, a best-in-class Multiplayer experience and with the epic return of Round-Based Zombies.
SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS
Release Date: October 25th
Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG
Consoles Available: PC, Switch, Xbox One/S/X, PS4/5
Developer: Sonic Team
Publisher: SEGA
Game Description: Shadow the Hedgehog is back with Classic and Modern Sonic in SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS, an all-new collection featuring two unique experiences!
Life is Strange: Double Exposure
Release Date: October 29th
Genre: Adventure, Action
Consoles Available: PC, Switch, Xbox S/X, PS5
Developer: Deck Nine Games
Publisher: Square Enix
Game Description: When Max Caulfield finds her friend Safi dead in the snow, she tears open the way to a parallel timeline. Here, Safi is still alive - and still in danger! With her new power to Shift between two timelines – can Max solve and prevent the same murder?
Dragon Age: The Veilguard
Release Date: October 31st
Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG
Consoles Available: PC, Xbox S/X, PS5
Developer: BioWare
Publisher: Electronic Arts
Game Description: Unite the Veilguard and defy the gods in Dragon Age™: The Veilguard, an immersive single-player RPG where you become the leader others believe in.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutants Unleashed
Release Date: October
Genre: Action, Adventure, Fighting
Consoles Available: PC, Switch, Xbox One/S/X, PS4/5
Developer: Aheartfulofgames
Publisher: Outright Games Ltd.
Game Description: Join the Turtle brothers straight from the sewers and slide into this new adventure of shell-shocking proportions!
Batman Arkham Shadows
Release Date: October 22nd
Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG
Consoles Available: MetaQuest
Developer: Camouflaj
Publisher: Oculus Studios
Game Description: Batman: Arkham Shadow is an upcoming action-adventure video game developed by Camouflaj and published by Oculus Studios. The second virtual reality game in the Batman: Arkham series and a sequel to Batman: Arkham Origins
Simulation & Management
Esports History
Release Date: October 3rd
Genre: Simulation, Management, Sports
Consoles Available: PC
Developer: Quantum Gear Studios
Publisher: Quantum Gear Studios
Game Description: Esports History is an RPG sim where you start as a regular guy, and work your way up to the very top of esports. Defeat bosses in tournaments, make a name for yourself within the esports community, and become a real pro!
Citadelum
Release Date: October 17th
Genre: Strategy, Simulation, Management
Consoles Available: PC
Developer: Abylight Barcelona
Publisher: Abylight Studios
Game Description: Citadelum is a city builder set in legendary Ancient Rome. Build your own settlement, gather resources and evolve it into a magnificent city. Explore the world, trade and lead your mighty legions in epic tactical battles. Earn the favor of the Gods or challenge them, if you dare.
Metroids & Roguelikes
Wizard of Legend 2
Release Date: October 3rd
Genre: Action, RPG, Roguelite
Consoles Available: PC
Developer: Dead Mage
Publisher: Humble Games
Game Description: Face perilous magical trials in the fast-paced rogue-lite follow-up to the acclaimed original, featuring co-op and vibrant new 3D visuals. Master new Arcana and elements, experiment with spell combinations, and become the next Wizard of Legend!
AWAKEN - Astral Blade
Release Date: October 21st
Genre: Action, Adventure, Metroid
Consoles Available: PC, PS4/5
Developer: Dark Pigeon Games
Publisher: ESDigital Games
Game Description: Weave your own story in this dark fairy tale. In the mysterious ancient ruins, you will adventure with Tania to reveal her origins and fate. Is there any chance of survival in the darkest and desperate place?
Lynked: Banner of the Spark
Release Date: October 22nd
Genre: Action, Co-Op, Roguelite
Consoles Available: PC
Developer: FuzzyBot
Publisher: Dreamhaven
Game Description: Team-up, brawl and build in this co-op action game that blends hack and slash combat with roguelite-inspired missions and town-building progression that goes beyond the run! Unlock and upgrade gear, rescue robot allies, and lead the resistance against the world-dominating Combots!
Cozy & Casual
Cozy Keep: Farm, Craft, Manage
Release Date: October 1st
Genre: Simulation, Casual, Cozy
Consoles Available: PC
Developer: Unbossed Games
Publisher: Tribal-Storm, Poysky Productions
Game Description: Experience the daily life of a shopkeeper! Clean and decorate the place, pay taxes, gather resources and craft products that can be sold for maximum profits! Explore the world, hunt, and cultivate the land! Own the best shop in the region and save your father from the wrath of the King!
Kind Words 2 (lofi city pop)
Release Date: October 7th
Genre: Casual, Simulation, MMO
Consoles Available: PC
Developer: Popcannibal
Publisher: Popcannibal
Game Description: A game about being kind to real people. Send nice letters from your cozy room, go outside and say hi to your neighbors, swap recommendations, dress up for the poetry slam and add your dreams to a sky full of wishes. Join a community of real people with their hearts on their sleeves.
Whimel Academy
Release Date: October 9th
Genre: Casual, Cozy, Life Sim, RPG
Consoles Available: PC
Developer: Impossible Home
Publisher: Impossible Home
Game Description: Live the day-to-day life of a witch/wizard student! Whimel Academy is a cozy time-management dating simulation game set in a magic academia. From the 1st person perspective, you can study magic, develop hobbies and befriend (or romance) classmates in this wholesome and enchanting world!
Amber Isle
Release Date: October 10th
Genre: Casual, Cozy, RPG, Life Sim
Consoles Available: PC, Switch
Developer: Ambertail Games
Publisher: Team17
Game Description: Welcome to Amber Isle - a quaint, friendly village of prehistoric residents who are in need of a new shopkeep... That’s you! Craft and sell items, upgrade your shop, befriend your Paleofolk neighbours and customise the island to bring the village back to life and welcome even more prehistoric pals!
Last Time I Saw You
Release Date: October 10th
Genre: Adventure, Casual, Story-Driven
Consoles Available: PC, Switch, PS5, Xbox S/X
Developer: Maboroshi Artworks
Publisher: Chorus Worldwide Games
Game Description: First loves. Family issues. Yokai. 'Last Time I Saw You' is a coming-of-age adventure set in 1980s Japan. Explore a haunted forest hiding a terrible secret, and interact with a vast cast of friendly and deceitful characters in this beautifully hand-drawn story with some light action elements.
Europa
Release Date: October 11th
Genre: Adventure, Casual
Consoles Available: PC, Switch
Developer: Helder Pinto, Chozabu (Alex PB)
Publisher: Future Friends Games
Game Description: On the moon Europa, a lush terraformed paradise in Jupiter’s shadow, an android named Zee sets out in search of answers. Run, glide and fly across the landscape, solve mysteries in the ruins of a fallen utopia, and discover the story of the last human alive.
Just Dance 2025 Edition
Release Date: October 15th
Genre: Casual, Dance
Consoles Available: PS5, Xbox S/X, Switch
Developer: Ubisoft
Publisher: Ubisoft
Game Description: Just Dance 2025 Edition is an upcoming dance rhythm game developed and published by Ubisoft.
Neva
Release Date: October 15th
Genre: Adventure, Casual, Emotional
Consoles Available: PC, Xbox S/X, PS5, Switch
Developer: Nomada Studio
Publisher: Devolver Digital
Game Description: Experience the moving tale of a young woman and her lifelong bond with a magnificent wolf as they embark on a thrilling adventure through a rapidly dying world.
Super Mario Party™ Jamboree
Release Date: October 17th
Genre: Casual, Party, Co-Op
Consoles Available: Switch
Developer: Nintendo
Publisher: Nintendo
Game Description: Gather your friends, pick a board, and have a Mario party. Choose your character, roll some dice, and compete in an assortment of minigames to see who can get the most stars. From running through merry-go-rounds to motion-control* minigolf, there are seven boards and over 110 minigames to play.
Fruitbus
Release Date: October 28th
Genre: Adventure, Casual, Simulation
Consoles Available: PC, Xbox S/X, PS5, Switch
Developer: Krillbite Studio
Publisher: Krillbite Studio
Game Description: A journey of flavors and friendships awaits you in your cozy, customisable food truck! Forage for fresh ingredients to create your own menu, then feed tummies and souls with home-cooked meals. Change the world, one apple at a time.
Game Updates
Now, let's take a look at a few fan favorites that are either receiving free updates, console ports, or expansions...
Orange Season - 1.0 Release
Release Date: October 24th
Genre: Adventure, Casual, Simulation, Life Sim
Consoles Available: PC, PS5, Xbox S/X, Switch
Developer: Innerfire Studios
Publisher: Soedesco
Game Description: Make your farmer’s dream come true in Orange Season. With your parent’s help, you’ve finally saved enough money to buy a plot of land in the charming farmer’s village of Orange Town. Build a thriving farm as you grow crops, raise animals, fish, and mine materials to establish your farm in town.
Garden of the Sea - Switch & PC Release
Release Date: October 3rd
Genre: Adventure, Casual, Life Sim
Consoles Available: PC, Switch, PS5, Meta Quest
Developer: Neat Corporation
Publisher: Neat Corporation
Game Description: A chilled-out life sim where you play, craft, and explore across magical islands. Build a house, grow a garden, nurture animals, adventure across the surrounding ocean, and make yourself at home!
Diablo VI - Vessel of Hatred Expansion
Release Date: October 8th
Genre: Action-Adventure, RPG
Consoles Available: PC, PS4/5, Xbox One/S/X
Developer: Blizzard Entertainment
Publisher: Blizzard Entertainment
Game Description: Join the fight for Sanctuary in Diablo® IV, the ultimate action RPG adventure. Experience the critically acclaimed campaign and new seasonal content.
New World: Aeternum - Expansion
Release Date: October 15th
Genre: Action-Adventure, MMORPG
Consoles Available: PC, PS5, Xbox S/X
Developer: Amazon Games
Publisher: Amazon Games
Game Description: Explore a thrilling, open-world MMO filled with danger and opportunity where you'll forge a new destiny on the supernatural island of Aeternum.
Thanks for Reading!
We know your wishlist might be bursting after another monthly list of ours, but rest assured, there are plenty of incredible titles to offer you spooky tricks, and wonderful treats all October. Feel free to tell us what you'll be playing in the comments.
If you enjoyed the article, consider subscribing to our weekly Newsletter so you don't miss out on any game releases or news that The Pillow Fort has to offer. Thanks for reading, and see you next time!
コメント